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Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls Hiking Tour from Asheville

Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls Hiking Tour from Asheville

Overview

Discover the natural sights and scenery surrounding the Blue Ridge Parkway in Great Smoky Mountain National Park in an active way on a hiking tour with transport through the mountains from Asheville. You'll drive through some beautiful mountain scenery on the way visit three waterfalls and two protected forests . IMPORTANT Before booking this tour please know that we will be walking approximately 3 miles on the hiking portion of this tour over 2 hours at pace of about 1 1/2 miles per hour, including stops at the falls and you should feel comfortable walking this distance before making a booking. Snacks, drinks, and hotel pickup and drop-off by small-group vehicle (all window seats) are included. Tour is limited to seven people for a more personalized experience. Alternate tour routes are taken when the Blue Ridge Parkway is closed.
Departure between 8:00 am and 8:20 am at your area hotel within 3 miles of City Center. An exact time will be provided by test the day before your tour

City: Asheville

Wed 20 Nov

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Starting at $97.00

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Wed 20 Nov

Starting at $97.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off within 3-miles of city center

Driver/guide

Drink and snack

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum of 2 people per booking required
Maximum of 7 people per tour
Not suitable for participants who have had a knee or hip replacement within the last year
Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints, or other serious medical conditions
Hike is at a comfortable pace for approximately 3.0 miles about 1 1/2 miles per hour for hiking portion of the tour
Operates in most weather conditions; please dress appropriately
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides

What To Expect

Blue Ridge Parkway

Your tour begins with pickup from your Asheville area hotel or accommodation by an air-conditioned van, which has all captains chairs for the drive to and along the Blue Ridge Parkway when open, which is also Great Smoky Mountain National Park an American treasure well known for its scenic beauty and remarkable mountain views. Sit back , relax and enjoy this stunning drive to our first waterfall in Pisgah National Forest before traveling a short distance to visit two more falls in a beautiful state forest. Along the way you'll listen to interesting stories about the rich history of the area that has been attracting people to the area for generations from your local Asheville guide. Wear comfortable shoes or hiking boots for the easy to moderate hiking portion of the tour. You should feel comfortable walking approximately 3.5 miles at one time during the hiking portion of the tour with stops along the way that will allow you time to enjoy falls, a snack and drink that is provided. Bring a small day pack if you have one. Safety is always a priority! After hiking, your tour concludes with transport back to your hotel, leaving you the rest of the afternoon to enjoy at your leisure.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (406)

Susan F

Sep 2017

Tour meet time was changed and I didn't notice. 10 minutes late, driver/guide let us. When we immediately called him he said we couldn't meet him at any of his other stops. Missed tour. Not accommodating.

mummied

Sep 2017

If coming to Asheville would thoroughly recommend this tour. A visitor to Knoxville and the USA, we were looking for things to do in the surrounding area and thought a hike would be good. Presumably if you are coming to Asheville you will do the Biltmore Estate at the same time, Keith has personal knowledge about the Biltmore Estate and could tell stories on the hike and drive which I found fascinating. With a group hike, unless you know everyone then it is pot luck who you will get with you on the day. Different levels of fitness and the like, on our day this was managed well. The trail was pleasant and easy going, a nice pace. The waterfalls were spectacular. I really enjoyed the travelling to the start of the hike where there was information about the area galore and it was all fascinating. Keith is very passionate about the area and it shows in his tour from the very moment he picked us up to when he returned us to our hotel.

Juliann W

Sep 2017

Can't say enough about this tour. It was great being able to relax and enjoy the ride on the Blue Ridge Parkway and seeing the waterfalls, but it was even better doing it with Keith. Keith is personable, knowledgeable and provides such great customer service. The entire family (to include two boys ages 16 and 21) had a great time. We were also fortunate enough to also be with a great group of people. Hiking is moderate, and leisurely. I didn't feel at all that we were being pushed to get thru it. Scenery speaks for itself, and the guide was perfect! Thank you, Keith!